Council Meeting

It Resolved that the next portion of the meeting be closed to the public in accordance with s. 239 (2) of the Municipal Act, 2001: (c) a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board; and, (k) a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations

It Resolved that Council of the Township of Clearview hereby approve the Agenda dated June 1, 2026, as presented.

It Resolved that Council of the Township of Clearview hereby directs staff to act in accordance with the direction provided in Closed Session regarding the Facility Lease Agreement - 205 Ontario Street.

It Resolved that Council of the Township of Clearview support the County of Simcoe regarding Community Paramedicine Funding, and direct the Mayor to send a letter to the Minister of Health, copying the Minister of Long-Term Care and MPP Brian Saunderson, advocating for revised policy to provide permanent base funding inclusive of annual inflationary adjustments and capital depreciation; and, That the letter from the Mayor support the County's further request for additional funding for the period 2023/2024 to 2026/2027 for annual inflationary adjustments incurred during that timeframe.

Whereas Council of the Township of Clearview understands the vitality of main streets across Ontario are essential to the economic, social and cultural health of the community; and, Whereas numerous long-term vacant commercial storefronts, which detracts from the character of the community, reduces pedestrian traffic, discourages business investment, and negatively impacts the viability of surrounding small businesses; and, Whereas the current Municipal Act, 2001 does not provide municipalities with the explicit legal authority to implement a "Vacant Commercial Storefront Tax," although other jurisdictions are actively advocating for such tools to address similar challenges; Now Therefore Be It Resolved that Council of the Township of Clearview hereby support the resolution from Prince Edward County regarding the request to allow municipalities to institute a vacant commercial storefront tax; and, That Council requests that the Government of Ontario amend the Municipal Act, 2001, to grant Ontario municipalities the permissive authority to implement a "Vacant Commercial Storefront Tax" or similar levy to encourage the productive use of long-term vacant retail properties; and, That this support resolution be forwarded to the Minister Rob Flack of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Premier Doug Ford, Simcoe Grey MPP Brian Saunderson, and the 444 municipalities of Ontario for their consideration.

McArthur Whereas Council of the Township of Clearview supports that all residents of Ontario have the right to fair, open and democratic government; and, Whereas all elected representatives, municipal and provincial alike, in Ontario have a duty to faithfully execute the powers and trust placed in them and willingly swear an oath to this effect and are subject to fair public scrutiny; and, Whereas the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) and the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA) are essential tools to protect Ontarians against privacy breaches, and abuses of power; and, Whereas the Province of Ontario enacted Bill 97, the Plan to Protect Ontario Act (Budget Measures), 2026, which received Royal Assent on April 24, 2026, and introduced significant amendments to both FIPPA and MFIPPA to alter statutory timelines and privacy governance frameworks; and, Whereas the amendments introduced under Bill 97 have created a jurisdictional imbalance by excluding records held by provincial Ministers, their offices, and staff from the application of FIPPA, while maintaining the statutory responsibilities and administrative burdens for municipal elected officials and staff under MFIPPA, thereby establishing higher standards for transparency and personal record accountability for municipal governments; Whereas excluding members of the highest offices and their staff from reasonable public access requests and records retention create

It Resolved that Council of the Township of Clearview hereby move to amend a motion previously adopted at the May 11, 2026, meeting regarding the Creemore Arena Ice Resurfacer RFQ, by replacing part 3 of the motion with the following: That the former (2011) Stayner spare unit be given to the Singhampton Fire Fighters Association, at no cost, to be used at their outdoor public rink, and the existing Creemore Olympia (2016) be stored as a spare unit for the Clearview Parks and Recreation Department.

It Resolved that Council of the Township of Clearview hereby receive report # PW-012-2026 (Granular Material Tender Award) dated June 1, 2026; and, That Council Award tender number 2026-06 to Arnill Construction Ltd. o/a Seeley & Arnill Construction in the amount of $480,360.00 plus H.S.T. for supply of Granular Material for Township gravel road resurfacing.

It Resolved that Council of the Township of Clearview hereby receive report # FIN-006-2026 (Council Remuneration) dated June 1, 2026.

It Resolved that Council of the Township of Clearview hereby receive report # FIN-007-2026 (New Lowell Public Works & Fire Hall Borrowing) dated Jun 1, 2026; and, That Council authorizes the Treasurer to apply for a 5-year loan with a 20-year amortization period with the TD Bank for an amount up to $3,575,000.

McArthur Be It Resolved that Council of the Township of Clearview hereby receive report # LS-014-2026 (Closed Meeting Investigator Services) dated June 1, 2026; and That Council supports utilizing the default services of the Ombudsman as the Township’s Closed Meeting Investigator, beginning January 1, 2027.

McArthur Be It Resolved that Council of the Township of Clearview hereby receive report # LS-015-2026 ( C reemore Station on the Green – Main Entrance Door Accessibility Request) dated June 1, 2026; and, That Council approve the use of funds from the Accessible Capital Projects Reserve Fund in an amount up to $7,000.00 for costs associated with the accessibility improvements to the Creemore Station on the Green’s main entrance door and required electrical work.

McArthur Be It Resolved that By-law 26-39, being a being a by-law to authorize entering into a Facility Lease Agreement with the Creemore Tennis Club for use of a portion of land located at 31 Edward Street East (Gowan Memorial Park), be presented and read a first, second and third time and finally passed this 1st day of June, 2026.

It Resolved that By-Law 26-40, being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the June 1, 2026, Council Meeting, be presented and read a first, second and third time and finally passed this 1st day of June, 2026.

McArthur Be It Resolved that the Council Meeting adjourn at 6:52 p.m.

Be It Resolved that the next portion of the meeting be closed to the public in accordance with s. 239 (2) of the Municipal Act, 2001: (c) a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board; and, June 01, 2026 Council Minutes 2 of 11 (k) a position, plan, procedure, criteria or instruction to be applied to any negotiations

Be It Resolved that Council of the Township of Clearview hereby approve the Agenda dated June 1, 2026, as presented.

Be It Resolved that Council of the Township of Clearview hereby approve the Minutes of the May 25, 2026, Council Meeting as presented.

Be It Resolved that Council of the Township of Clearview hereby directs staff to act in accordance with the direction provided in Closed Session regarding the Facility Lease Agreement - 205 Ontario Street.

Be It Resolved that Council of the Township of Clearview support the County of Simcoe regarding Community Paramedicine Funding, and direct the Mayor to send a letter to the Minister of Health, copying the Minister of Long-Term Care and MPP Brian Saunderson, advocating for revised policy to provide permanent base funding inclusive of annual inflationary adjustments and capital depreciation; and, That the letter from the Mayor support the County's further request for additional funding for the period 2023/2024 to 2026/2027 for annual inflationary adjustments incurred during that timeframe.

Whereas Council of the Township of Clearview supports that all residents of Ontario have the right to fair, open and democratic government; and, Whereas all elected representatives, municipal and provincial alike, in Ontario have a duty to faithfully execute the powers and trust placed in them and willingly swear an oath to this effect and are subject to fair public scrutiny; and, Whereas the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) and the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA) are essential tools to protect Ontarians against privacy breaches, and abuses of power; and, Whereas the Province of Ontario enacted Bill 97, the Plan to Protect Ontario Act (Budget Measures), 2026, which received Royal Assent on April 24, 2026, and introduced significant amendments to both FIPPA and MFIPPA to alter statutory timelines and privacy governance frameworks; and, Whereas the amendments introduced under Bill 97 have created a jurisdictional imbalance by excluding records held by provincial Ministers, their offices, and staff from the application of FIPPA, while maintaining the statutory responsibilities and administrative burdens for municipal elected officials and staff under MFIPPA, thereby establishing higher standards for transparency and personal record accountability for municipal governments; Whereas excluding members of the highest offices and their staff from reasonable public access requests and records retention creates securit

Be It Resolved that Council of the Township of Clearview hereby move to amend a motion previously adopted at the May 11, 2026, meeting regarding the Creemore Arena Ice Resurfacer RFQ, by replacing part 3 of the motion with the following: That the former (2011) Stayner spare unit be given to the Singhampton Fire Fighters Association, at no cost, to be used at their outdoor public rink, and the existing Creemore Olympia (2016) be stored as a spare unit for the Clearview Parks and Recreation Department.

Be It Resolved that Council of the Township of Clearview hereby receive report # PW-012-2026 (Granular Material Tender Award) dated June 1, 2026; and, 1. That Council Award tender number 2026-06 to Arnill Construction Ltd. o/a Seeley & Arnill Construction in the amount of $480,360.00 plus H.S.T. for supply of Granular Material for Township gravel road resurfacing.

Be It Resolved that Council of the Township of Clearview hereby receive report # FIN-006-2026 (Council Remuneration) dated June 1, 2026.

Be It Resolved that Council of the Township of Clearview hereby receive report # FIN-007-2026 (New Lowell Public Works & Fire Hall Borrowing) dated Jun 1, 2026; and, 1. That Council authorizes the Treasurer to apply for a 5-year loan with a 20-year amortization period with the TD Bank for an amount up to $3,575,000. June 01, 2026 Council Minutes 9 of 11

Be It Resolved that Council of the Township of Clearview hereby receive report # LS-014-2026 (Closed Meeting Investigator Services) dated June 1, 2026; and 1. That Council supports utilizing the default services of the Ombudsman as the Township’s Closed Meeting Investigator, beginning January 1, 2027.

Be It Resolved that Council of the Township of Clearview hereby receive report # LS-015-2026 (Creemore Station on the Green – Main Entrance Door Accessibility Request) dated June 1, 2026; and, 1. That Council approve the use of funds from the Accessible Capital Projects Reserve Fund in an amount up to $7,000.00 for costs associated with the accessibility improvements to the Creemore Station on the Green’s main entrance door and required electrical work.

Be It Resolved that Council of the Township of Clearview hereby receive report # LS-016-2026 (Creemore Tennis Club Lease Agreement) dated June 1, 2026; and, 1. That Council support entering into a Facility Lease Agreement with June 01, 2026 Council Minutes 10 of 11 the Creemore Tennis Club for use of the tennis courts and associated infrastructure at 31 Edward Street East (Gowan Park), for a five-year term as outlined in the Agreement attached as Appendix A to this report; and, 2. That a by-law be presented at the June 1st, 2026, meeting, authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to execute the Lease Agreement on behalf of the municipality.

Be It Resolved that By-law 26-39, being a being a by-law to authorize entering into a Facility Lease Agreement with the Creemore Tennis Club for use of a portion of land located at 31 Edward Street East (Gowan Memorial Park), be presented and read a first, second and third time and finally passed this 1st day of June, 2026.

Be It Resolved that By-Law 26-40, being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the June 1, 2026, Council Meeting, be presented and read a first, second and third time and finally passed this 1st day of June, 2026.

Be It Resolved that the Council Meeting adjourn at 6:52 p.m.